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Back by popular demand, the Pitch Pit is the centerpoint of the two day LATV Fest held at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel. Here’s your chance to pitch your series or program idea in guaranteed one-on-one meetings with seasoned development experts. The event is a proven favorite that brings passion, talent and fresh ideas to the forefront.

REGISTER BY June 17 to gain access to online meeting sign up.  If you register for LATV Fest after June 17, you'll have to wait until you get onsite on July 8 to book your meetings.

Did you register prior to June 5?

Then you should have received instructions for booking your meetings online from our Pitch Crew.  If you haven't seen your emailed instructions, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

See what the press is saying about Pitch Pit!    Article 1: Variety Article 2: LA Times

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In order to create the ideal situation in which key development executives and content creators meet under one roof, we remind you that the P.I.T.C.H. Pit is:

Presentation

You only get one chance to make a first impression so make it count! Presentation is key and includes everything from your pitch to you so look the part. If you have a healthy cooking show, you don’t have to come dressed as a bundle of asparagus tips but you do want to look like someone ready to do business.

Ideas

A good pitch is more than an idea. Know your target audience. Know the scope of your idea. Be able to discuss your idea as it relates to different formats. If you have any materials i.e. treatments, photos, DVDs, etc. be sure to label all clearly and professionally. Leave your handwriting for your signature on the deal you sign. ONLY leave behind materials if the development executive requests them.

Time

Don’t just be on time for your meeting…be early! Time is a precious commodity so don’t waste it. Brevity is crucial. You don’t want to spend the entire meeting trying to prove that your idea is amazing. Give your best 1 – 2 minute pitch and leave time for questions and networking.

Credibility

In this industry, execution is the name of the game. The experience and credibility of a producer pitching will determine how far an idea can go. Be prepared to elaborate on your credentials and know what skill set and contacts you bring to the table.

Homework

Preparing to pitch means you also do some research regarding the company you plan to meet with. A dynamic presentation will fall on deaf ears if you pitch a scripted format to those who only do unscripted/reality programming. Executives will assume that you are presenting an original idea and/or one that you have the rights to. Take the time to ensure that have done all you can to protect your work and/or have the rights to what you are pitching.

Tips

Watch our May 28 FREE web seminar, "Pitch Like a Pro," for pitch perfect advice.

Need more tips on how to pitch? Click here for tips on how to pitch your project.

Pitch Pit Registration

Pitch Pit Registration opens in June 2009.

Online Pitch Pit sign-up will open in early June. Watch your email inbox for exact dates, or sign up for the NATPE LATVFest Newsletter in the right hand column.

Note: We are UNABLE to make changes to your catcher requests once submitted. Additionally, you are not permitted to change your appointment choices once submitted. All appointments with catchers are based on space available at the time of your registration.

Once you sign-up for the 2009 Pitch Pit, you will need to submit an electronic release form. You may view the PDF version of the release form by clicking here, however, you will be sent to an online destination after registration to fill out and submit this form electronically.